Dishwater

usgb/ˈdɪʃwɔːtər/
noun

The water used for washing dishes.

Don't throw the dishwater yet, you can use it to water the plants.
Visual representation of "dishwater" - The water used for washing dishes

Often appears as...

  • dirty dishwater
  • throw the dishwater
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Visual representation of "dishwater"
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Reuse Context

Dishwater can be repurposed, indicating frugality or environmental awareness in contexts beyond literal dishwashing.

Illustration for Reuse Context
She always recycles the dishwater for her garden.
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Literal Water

Dishwater refers to the actual water used in washing dishes, not soapy liquid or detergent itself.

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Please drain the dishwater and rinse the sink.
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Grey Water

Dishwater is a type of greywater, which is wastewater that can be recycled for certain uses.

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The eco-friendly home uses dishwater to flush toilets.
Visual representation of the word "Dishwater"

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